Social Care Worker – Mill Lands, County Wexford, Ireland
Job reference: b24e452744dc15de76c16f0331a530e7
Posted: 27.05.2026
Key Responsibilities
To support the Person In Charge with all aspects of the effective running of the residential service.
To facilitate and implement a person-centred approach for the individuals we support that is appropriate to their wishes and goals.
To promote and protect the rights of the individuals in a manner that respects their dignity, their right to make choices and their privacy.
To actively seek new interests and opportunities for the individuals we support to develop meaningful roles in their communities.
To ensure the overall wellbeing of the individuals we support in all areas of their lives including health and personal care.
To assist in the teaching of life skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning and building confidence.
To drive the company vehicle.
Have a knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standards.
Experience of dealing with behaviours that challenge.
Experience, knowledge and understanding of behavioural support plans.
MAPA experience or equivalent.
Understanding and experience of therapeutic interventions.
Experience of teaching skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning and building confidence skills.
Experience in alternative communications.
Excellent organisation and communication skills.
Experience of creative problem‑solving techniques.
Enthusiasm, energy and creativity.
Have the ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible manner.
Excellent IT and report writing skills.
Be flexible to work a variety of rostered shifts over a seven‑day work period.
Qualifications / Requirements
Hold a degree in Social Care or foreign equivalent (validated by QQI).
Have at least six months post‑qualification experience of working with adults with an intellectual disability.
Must hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive company vehicle.
Required Skills and Attributes
Confidentiality.
Accountability.
Resilience and empathy.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Flexibility in work duties and working hours.
Respect the dignity and privacy of the service people we support.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Benefits
Excellent pay rates.
Free Garda vetting.
Comprehensive induction training and ongoing in‑house professional development.
Generous days annual leave (pro‑rata).
Defined contribution pension scheme.
Sick leave payment.
Opportunities for career progression.
Employee discounts in St. Aidan’s Garden Centre.
St. Aidan's Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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